The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Lawrence O'Donnell, MS NOW

Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.

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Lawrence: Day 150 shows what happens when a madman starts a war July 28, 2026

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